Red and Lapis Lazuli Beer Glass Set

Bold splashes of color marked with intricate, checkered designs cover this beer glass set, revitalizing your cocktail hour with a delightfully retro yet timeless presence. Each glass is cut by hand, making each glass nearly identical, but truly one-of-a-kind.

A striking flared shape is emphasized by the long lines of the checkered design, with an alternating pattern of color and clear blocks adding dimension to the smooth surface inside of the cup. Oval-shaped divots are cut into the clear sections, forming a window that creates an almost kaleidoscopic visual when you look through it.

This glass-cutting technique is called Edo Kiriko, which ​​demands years of expertise, a refined sensibility, and impeccable technique. Cutting kiriko glass involves inspecting the interior while referencing the pattern etched on the glass's exterior. Peer into these glasses from multiple angles and the dynamic pattern cut on the outside results in remarkably unique textures that will never cease to amaze you and your guests.

The Edo Kiriko technique is often seen on sake cups, and this set’s tall, flared style makes it a perfect option to instantly elevate whatever you’re imbibing — from cocktail to mocktail, beer to soda. And the solid glass base makes a soothing sound when you set it on a table, and the glass is surprisingly light in your hands, so every sip feels just right. Each set is a pair of glasses, one in a vibrant auspicious red and one in lapis lazuli, known as ruri in Japanese. The duo invite you to share your time with a loved one.

Verre Kiyohide

Transmettant la technique traditionnelle du polissage à la main, la verrerie Kiyohide possède un éclat fascinant qui captive l'observateur. Membre certifié de la prestigieuse association coopérative Edo Kiriko et artisan reconnu à l'échelle nationale, Kiyohide nous présente des créations d'une raffinement et d'une sophistication exceptionnelles dans l'art du cristal japonais.

Edo Kiriko et le verre d'Edo

Tokyo, capitale du Japon, est également un haut lieu de l'artisanat. Parmi ses nombreuses traditions, le verre d'Edo et l'Edo Kiriko sont des types de verrerie transmis depuis près de 200 ans à Edo, ancien nom du centre de Tokyo.

Leurs surfaces lumineuses font écho à des siècles d'artisanat, né dans ce qui était autrefois Edo et toujours florissant dans le Tokyo moderne.